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SUMMARY:Barbara Schilling-4 Weeks to Building Stronger Paintings
DESCRIPTION:October 6\, 13\, 20 and 27\, 1PM – 5PM\n \nIn this workshop I will cover 4 important elements of improving and elevating your work. There will be in-depth review of color (value/temperature/opacity/neutrality)\, discussion on pros and cons of working from life versus from photographs and more.\n \nThe cost of this workshop is $275.\n \nTo find a complete listing of this workshop please go to:   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/barbara-schilling-4-weeks-to-building-stronger-paintings-tickets-970974911097?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/barbara-schilling-4-weeks-to-building-stronger-paintings/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
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SUMMARY:Stan Kurth-Acrylic and Collage on Canvas or Paper 3-day Workshop
DESCRIPTION:October 7 – 9\, 9 AM – 4 PM \nParticipants in this workshop will create acrylic and collage paintings on canvas\, board\, or paper starting with no preconceived notions or outcome. Process will dictate direction as students use a variety of acrylic and collage techniques to implement elements and principles of design. \nThe cost of this workshop is $525. \nTo find a complete listing of this workshop please go to:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stan-kurth-acrylic-and-collage-on-canvas-or-paper-3-day-workshop-tickets-810156779737?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/stan-kurth-acrylic-and-collage-on-canvas-or-paper-3-day-workshop/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T160000
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CREATED:20240920T165654Z
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SUMMARY:M. Joy Lemon-Florals in Charcoal & Chalk-Part I
DESCRIPTION:October 30 & 31\, 9 AM – 4 PM \nI will share my block-in drawing technique and transfer method. You’ll discover how to prepare materials\, transfer compositions with precision\, and sculpt shadow shapes accurately. Then together\, we’ll dive into the transformative process of shading\, from deep shadows to radiant highlights\, infusing your botanical drawings with drama and luminosity. \nThe cost of this workshop is $275. \nTo find a complete listing of this workshop please go to:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/m-joy-lemon-florals-in-charcoal-chalk-part-i-tickets-1001395319357?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/m-joy-lemon-florals-in-charcoal-chalk-part-1/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20250505T184926Z
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SUMMARY:M. Joy Lemon-Florals in Charcoal & Chalk-Part II
DESCRIPTION:November 10 & 11\,  9 AM – 4 PM \nThis workshop is as continuation of the October 30 & 31st workshop. Explore the art of rendering dramatic florals in charcoal and chalk\, capturing the graceful sweep and curl of petals\, the captivating interplay of light and shadow\, and the rich depth of a nuanced value range. \nThe cost of this workshop is $275. \nTo find a complete listing of this workshop please go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/m-joy-lemon-florals-in-charcoal-chalk-part-ii-tickets-1353544842059?aff=oddtdtcreator \n 
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/m-joy-lemon-florals-in-charcoal-chalk-part-ii/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20251118T142646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T210313Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner adult art classes
DESCRIPTION:So you want to be an artist!\nStart your artistic journey with our beginner art classes\, made for adults who want to build a strong creative foundation. Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush for the first time or rediscovering a hobby\, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to create beautiful drawings and paintings in this series\, which begins in January and ends in March. \n\n\nTaught by Center Art Director Kathy Bechtel\, students will progress through three sessions: drawing\, color theory and painting. Each course offers hands-on instruction in an intimate 10-person class. All classes are held at the Franciscan Life Process Center\, 11650 Downes St. NE in Lowell. \nSign up for the beginner adult art classes  online. \nPlease view the supplies list here. \n\n\n________\nSession 1 – Drawing\n\n\nStudents select either Mondays or Thursdays:\nMondays 6-9 p.m. – Jan. 5-Feb. 2\nThursdays 9 a.m.-noon – Jan. 8-Feb.5 \n\n\nThis five-week course will start with lessons in drawing basic objects and shapes and exploring how light and shadows affect each shape from different perspectives. In the following weeks\, students will apply these skills to create still lifes\, landscapes and portraits. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of this session is $200 per person. \n\n\nPlease note: Session 1 is required as a prerequisite for Session 2. \n\n________\n\n\nSession 2 – Color theory\n\n\nSelect Mondays or Thursdays:\nMondays 6-9 p.m. – Feb. 9 and 16\nThursdays 9 a.m.-noon – Feb. 12 and 19 \n\n\nIn this two-week course\, students will discover how colors interact and learn to create primary\, secondary and tertiary colors using acrylic paint. Participants will learn how to mix and manipulate colors to build harmonious palettes and gain a stronger understanding of the color wheel. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of this session is $80 per person. \n\n\nPlease note: \n\nStudents must attend Session 1 in order to join Session 2.\nIf a student would like to skip Session 1 and progress to Session 2\, please contact Art Director Kathy Bechtel at kbechtel@lifeprocesscenter.org.\n\n\n________\n\nSession 3 – Painting\nSelect Mondays or Thursdays:\nMondays 6-9 p.m. – Feb. 23-March 16\nThursdays 9 a.m.-noon – Feb. 26-March 19 \nIn this four-week course\, students will bring together the skills learned in Sessions 1 and 2 to create a complete acrylic painting. Lessons will include composition\, edges\, mood and dramatic lighting\, helping participants create depth and enhance their paintings. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of Session 3 is $160 per person. \n\nStudents who sign up for all three sessions will receive $40 off\, making the whole 11-week series $400 per person.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/beginner-adult-art-classes/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T120000
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CREATED:20251118T172654Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner adult art classes - Session 1 - Drawing - Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Session 1 – Drawing  \n\n\nThursdays 9 a.m.-noon – Jan. 8-Feb.5  \n\n\nThis five-week course will start with lessons in drawing basic objects and shapes and exploring how light and shadows affect each shape from different perspectives. In the following weeks\, students will apply these skills to create still lifes\, landscapes and portraits. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of this session is $200 per person. \n\n\nPlease note: Session 1 is required as a prerequisite for Session 2.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/beginner-adult-art-classes-session-1-thursdays/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20251219T161353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T162208Z
UID:10000847-1770469200-1770480000@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:Paint and Sip
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a cozy Paint and Sip perfect for friends\, couples or a solo afternoon escape from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday\, Feb. 7. Experienced artist and Center Art Director Kathy Bechtel will teach students how to paint a beautiful flower arrangement on a 14 inch by 11-inch canvas. All skill levels are welcome. \n\n\nThe cost is $50 per person and includes all painting supplies and non-alcoholic drinks\, including coffee\, tea and cider\, with light snacks. \n\n\nThe class is held at the newly renovated Franciscan Life Process Center\, 11650 Downes St. NE in Lowell. An easy drive from Grand Rapids and Lansing\, our Lowell campus offers a beautiful and calming environment perfect for unplugging from city life. \n\nRegister online at http://weblink.donorperfect.com/paintsip. \n\n\n\n\n \nLooking to enhance your artistic abilities? View and enroll in our upcoming professional art workshops.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/paint-and-sip/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20251118T174632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T144723Z
UID:10000837-1770660000-1770670800@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:Beginner adult art classes - Session 2 - Color Theory - Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 – Color theory \n\n\nThursdays 6-9 p.m. – Feb. 9 and 16  \n\nIn this two-week course\, students will discover how colors interact and learn to create primary\, secondary and tertiary colors using acrylic paint. Participants will learn how to mix and manipulate colors to build harmonious palettes and gain a stronger understanding of the color wheel. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of this session is $80 per person.\n\nPlease note: \n\nStudents must attend Session 1 in order to join Session 2.\nIf a student would like to skip Session 1 and progress to Session 2\, please contact Art Director Kathy Bechtel at kbechtel@lifeprocesscenter.org.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/beginner-adult-art-classes-session-2-color-theory-thursdays/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T210000
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CREATED:20251118T173227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T173227Z
UID:10000836-1770660000-1770670800@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:Beginner adult art classes - Session 2 - Color Theory- Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 – Color theory \n\n\nMondays 6-9 p.m. – Feb. 9 and 16  \n\n\n\nIn this two-week course\, students will discover how colors interact and learn to create primary\, secondary and tertiary colors using acrylic paint. Participants will learn how to mix and manipulate colors to build harmonious palettes and gain a stronger understanding of the color wheel. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of this session is $80 per person. \n\n\nPlease note: \n\nStudents must attend Session 1 in order to join Session 2.\nIf a student would like to skip Session 1 and progress to Session 2\, please contact Art Director Kathy Bechtel at kbechtel@lifeprocesscenter.org.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/beginner-adult-art-classes-session-2-color-theory-mondays/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20251118T180108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T180108Z
UID:10000839-1771869600-1771880400@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:Beginner adult art classes - Session 3 - Painting - Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 – Painting \nMondays 6-9 p.m. – Feb. 23-March 16 \nIn this four-week course\, students will bring together the skills learned in Sessions 1 and 2 to create a complete acrylic painting. Lessons will include composition\, edges\, mood and dramatic lighting\, helping participants create depth and enhance their paintings. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of Session 3 is $160 per person.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/beginner-adult-art-classes-session-3-painting-mondays/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20251118T175222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T175222Z
UID:10000838-1772096400-1772107200@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:Beginner adult art classes - Session 3 - Painting - Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 – Painting \nThursdays 9 a.m.-noon – Feb. 26-March 19 \nIn this four-week course\, students will bring together the skills learned in Sessions 1 and 2 to create a complete acrylic painting. Lessons will include composition\, edges\, mood and dramatic lighting\, helping participants create depth and enhance their paintings. Students are responsible for purchasing items on the supply list prior to the class. The cost of Session 3 is $160 per person.
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/beginner-adult-art-classes-session-3-painting-thursdays/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
CREATED:20251214T020535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T174757Z
UID:10000845-1774947600-1775145600@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:M. Joy Lemon-Luminous Florals in Charcoal and Chalk
DESCRIPTION:March 31-April 2\, 9 AM – 4 PM\n\nThrough guided demonstrations and focused individual support you will learn how to prepare materials\, develop a solid block-in drawing\, transfer your composition\, identify and mass in shadow shapes\, and softly turn form with sensitive\, textureless shading\, all while building your sensitivity to proportion and values.\n\nThe cost of this workshop is $420.00\n\nTo find a complete listing of this workshop please go to:   M. Joy Lemon-Luminous Florals in Charcoal and Chalk Tickets\, Tue\, Mar 31\, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/m-joy-lemon-luminous-florals-in-charcoal-and-chalk/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop,Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T220705
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UID:10000786-1775552400-1775750400@lifeprocesscenter.org
SUMMARY:Andy Evansen-A Valuable Approach to Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:April 7-9\, 2026 \nThere seems to be a never-endinq quest to loosen up in watercolor and it’s probably the most common goal of students. As I tell my students\, what you leave out of a painting is as important as what you put in. The cost of this workshop is $650.00. \nTo find out more about this workshop please go to:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andy-evansen-a-valuable-approach-to-watercolor-tickets-1450484350739?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://lifeprocesscenter.org/events/andy-evansen-a-valuable-approach-to-watercolor/
LOCATION:Franciscan Life Process Center – Lowell Campus\, 11650 Downes St. NE\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Workshop
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